Archives for 2012

Rochester Amerks give Brian Flynn bigger role (Rochester D&C) Schofield, Tarnasky & Roy doing a little bit of everything (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage

'Rochester coach Ron Rolston says Hodgson will miss at least a few weeks before having his injury evaluated.' … [Read more...] about Sabres C Hodgson breaks hand in minors

'“I knew it was going to be a big deal, but not as big (as it was),” Vanek said about playing professionally at home for the first time. “So I was surprised about that in a positive way. I think hockey boomed in the last five weeks. Every rink was packed. Newspapers were full, and people were talking about hockey, which is the most exciting part of it. Hopefully, things like … [Read more...] about Sabres’ Vanek happy with short Austrian stint

'Revenue sharing among teams was reportedly a main topic of discussion. The union’s previous proposals have urged the NHL to boost cash flow from money-making teams to struggling organizations. Though the league’s most recent offer increased revenue sharing to $200 million annually, the total was still well short of the players’ goal.' … [Read more...] about Revenue sharing, buyouts among topics

Amerks’ upcoming weekend features back-to-back games versus intrastate rivals (Amerks.com) … [Read more...] about Thursday’s Rochester Coverage

'“That’s usually the way it goes,” Buffalo Sabres captain Jason Pominville said Monday about the increased optimism. “Every time there’s something new that comes up everybody’s a little optimistic and hopeful. I think we got to stay even-keeled. We can’t be too excited about it and think that it’s going to be done right away."' … [Read more...] about Players taking wait-and-see approach to new NHL labor talks

Amerks' Brennan Shooting His Way Up The Depth Chart (WGR-AM) … [Read more...] about Wednesday’s Rochester Coverage

'“It was a once in a lifetime experience and I will never forget this month,” Vanek wrote on his Website, ThomasVanek.at. “Now it’s cross your fingers so we have NHL hockey back soon!”' … [Read more...] about Vanek’s back, hopes NHL returns, too

'In an entry Vanek posted on his website Monday, the player wrote he's on his way back to Buffalo now that Graz is entering a break in its schedule. He had five goals and 10 assists for the Erste Bank Eishockey Liga team.' … [Read more...] about Sabres Vanek returning home after stint in Austria

Rochester Amerks lose to Hamilton Bulldogs (Rochester D&C) Bulldogs battle back to beat Americans, 4-3 (Hamilton Spectator) Hamilton Bulldogs score 4 goals in third period to beat Rochester Americans 4-3 (CP) Amerks fall to Hamilton, to close out home-and-home series (Amerks.com) Bulldogs complete comeback with 4-3 victory (HamiltonBulldogs.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Rochester Coverage

'“The NHL’s decision to cancel the 2013 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic is unnecessary and unfortunate, as was the owners’ implementation of the lockout itself,” said Donald Fehr, executive director of the NHLPA. “We look forward to the league’s return to the bargaining table, so that the parties can find a way to end the lockout at the earliest possible date.”' … [Read more...] about NHL cancels Winter Classic at ‘Big House’

Rochester Amerks edge Hamilton in shootout (Rochester D&C) Dogs lose shootout with Americans (Hamilton Spectator) Girgensons Scores First Pro Goal in Amerks Win (WGR-AM) Amerks hold off Bulldogs for 3-2 shootout win (Amerks.com) Amerks edge 'Dogs 3-2 in a shootout (HamiltonBulldogs.com) … [Read more...] about Saturday’s Rochester Coverage

'According to the contract, which is available at AnnArbor.com, if cancellation of the game occurs prior to and including today, the league forfeits only its initial $100,000 deposit. If cancellation occurs Saturday or later, the NHL gives up the initial deposit plus all the university’s documented out-of-pocket expenses.' … [Read more...] about Decision day arrives for NHL’s Winter Classic

Rochester Amerks' Nick Crawford waits in the wings (Rochester D&C) Amerks packed with tons of NHL talent (Hamilton Spectator) … [Read more...] about Friday’s Rochester Coverage

'"I think the thing that has kept it from getting too comfortable is the fact that we've had, over this span, ownership changes every two or three years."' … [Read more...] about Ruff talks Buffalo, new challenges